Therapists in New London, NC
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Tracey R Frink
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S, CST, EMDR, EAMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fayetteville, NC 28306
Tracey is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with additional training in trauma recovery, post-traumatic stress disorder/symptoms (PTSD), Sensory Processing Disorders, Equine Assisted Mental Health (EAMH), and Sex Therapy. Her unique experience embodies a holistic approach. She combines traditional talk therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), equine therapy, and somatic techniques for effective symptom relief and client empowerment. Tracey works with military personnel and their families, couples, and the LGBTQIA community. Tracey is knowledgeable of world religions, Native American spirituality and Christian faiths; she is understanding of individuals who consider themselves atheist, humanist, agnostic, seeker, or other.
Tracey is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with additional training in trauma recovery, post-traumatic stress disorder/symptoms (PTSD), Sensory Processing Disorders, Equine Assisted Mental Health (EAMH), and Sex Therapy. Her unique experience embodies a holistic approach. She combines traditional talk therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), equine therapy, and somatic techniques for effective symptom relief and client empowerment. Tracey works with military personnel and their families, couples, and the LGBTQIA community. Tracey is knowledgeable of world religions, Native American spirituality and Christian faiths; she is understanding of individuals who consider themselves atheist, humanist, agnostic, seeker, or other.
Claire Steinmetz Stuebe
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
In my work with individuals I draw from a range of tools: creative and structured methods for healing from trauma, evidenced based cognitive behavioral and somatic techniques to create new ways to process feelings, and always using strengths based and holistic mindfulness and healthy thinking + living +being strategies to enhance all aspects of your life.
I am accepting in-person ( Chapel Hill ) and virtual MD, VA, NC, SC, VT, FL, NM) clients. In my role as counselor I am honored to support individuals who are struggling with various aspects of life. Perhaps dealing with strong anxiety or depression, negative self talk, relationship issues, work or school pressures, unhealthy habits and poor self care. Does this sound like you? I will work with you to understand what is happening, design strategies to address your specific issues, and work step by step with you as we remove the barriers and build new and better ways of being you. Healthy, happy and connected to the world around you.
In my work with individuals I draw from a range of tools: creative and structured methods for healing from trauma, evidenced based cognitive behavioral and somatic techniques to create new ways to process feelings, and always using strengths based and holistic mindfulness and healthy thinking + living +being strategies to enhance all aspects of your life.
I am accepting in-person ( Chapel Hill ) and virtual MD, VA, NC, SC, VT, FL, NM) clients. In my role as counselor I am honored to support individuals who are struggling with various aspects of life. Perhaps dealing with strong anxiety or depression, negative self talk, relationship issues, work or school pressures, unhealthy habits and poor self care. Does this sound like you? I will work with you to understand what is happening, design strategies to address your specific issues, and work step by step with you as we remove the barriers and build new and better ways of being you. Healthy, happy and connected to the world around you.
I emphasize body-centered approaches that incorporate breathwork, somatic awareness, mindfulness, and movement.
I provide creative care that celebrates all identities. I primarily work with emerging adults and teens 15+ to help navigate an exciting phase of life filled with new transitions and challenges. I am passionate about working with those who have experienced interpersonal trauma such as sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and human trafficking. While allowing you to take the lead on your therapeutic journey, I will support you through healing, self-discovery, and coping with distressing feelings and experiences. I am committed to considering the impact of identity, oppression, and societal systems on your concerns.
I emphasize body-centered approaches that incorporate breathwork, somatic awareness, mindfulness, and movement.
I provide creative care that celebrates all identities. I primarily work with emerging adults and teens 15+ to help navigate an exciting phase of life filled with new transitions and challenges. I am passionate about working with those who have experienced interpersonal trauma such as sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and human trafficking. While allowing you to take the lead on your therapeutic journey, I will support you through healing, self-discovery, and coping with distressing feelings and experiences. I am committed to considering the impact of identity, oppression, and societal systems on your concerns.
Susanne Kaiser
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently working toward certification in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Somatic Coaching.
*My Practice is currently full.* I began a search over 20 years ago that allowed me to experience healing in ways that honor the entire human being -not just the mind. My approach is one that honors each client's strengths and path towards wholeness. I empower clients towards their own self-healing. My work is integrative - utilizing mindfulness and inviting the soul/spirit, mind & body to drive the process of therapy. I specialize in non-pathologizing therapies. I strive to create an atmosphere of safety first and foremost. I feel that spirituality is an integral part of the healing process.
I am currently working toward certification in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Somatic Coaching.
*My Practice is currently full.* I began a search over 20 years ago that allowed me to experience healing in ways that honor the entire human being -not just the mind. My approach is one that honors each client's strengths and path towards wholeness. I empower clients towards their own self-healing. My work is integrative - utilizing mindfulness and inviting the soul/spirit, mind & body to drive the process of therapy. I specialize in non-pathologizing therapies. I strive to create an atmosphere of safety first and foremost. I feel that spirituality is an integral part of the healing process.
Skylar Elise McGhee
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Waitlist for new clients
I take an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing interventions from IFS, psychodynamic psychotherapy, somatic therapy, DBT, attachment theory, and others while working with clients through a feminist, person-centered lens.
My hope as a psychotherapist is to build a relationship based on trust, respect, and hopefulness with my clients. I view psychotherapy not only as a way to address symptoms, but as a gateway to more joy, wholeness, and pleasure in our lives.
I take an eclectic approach to counseling, utilizing interventions from IFS, psychodynamic psychotherapy, somatic therapy, DBT, attachment theory, and others while working with clients through a feminist, person-centered lens.
My hope as a psychotherapist is to build a relationship based on trust, respect, and hopefulness with my clients. I view psychotherapy not only as a way to address symptoms, but as a gateway to more joy, wholeness, and pleasure in our lives.
Integrated Holistic Solutions, PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, DBH, LCMHCS, BCIM, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Huntersville, NC 28070 (Online Only)
Walker's extensive training in integrating behavioral health into medical settings provides her with the capability to serve clients experiencing chronic illnesses, mood, anxiety, and somatic disorders.
The clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions, PLLC are qualified, credentialed, and licensed professionals whose primary mission is to provide quality therapeutic care and organizational training to the surrounding community. Their goal is to empower people; to enrich lives; to give you control of your outcomes; and to restore your body, mind and spirit back to their optimal states of functioning. The certified and licensed clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions have over 28 years of experience and are trained in equipping clients with the tools necessary to maximize their environment and enhance their well-being.
Walker's extensive training in integrating behavioral health into medical settings provides her with the capability to serve clients experiencing chronic illnesses, mood, anxiety, and somatic disorders.
The clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions, PLLC are qualified, credentialed, and licensed professionals whose primary mission is to provide quality therapeutic care and organizational training to the surrounding community. Their goal is to empower people; to enrich lives; to give you control of your outcomes; and to restore your body, mind and spirit back to their optimal states of functioning. The certified and licensed clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions have over 28 years of experience and are trained in equipping clients with the tools necessary to maximize their environment and enhance their well-being.
Darlene Mew
Counselor, LPC-MHS, MBA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28213 (Online Only)
My approach uses a combination of Somatic Experiencing and Rapid Resolution Therapy with a focus on attachment which focuses on reconsolidation of traumatic memories and creating nervous system regulation.
It gives me joy to come alongside you as a partner in your journey towards being your best self. If you have felt like grief, trauma and anxiety have been holding you back from all you aspire to be, we can work together towards a life that is intentional. I enjoy working with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety, and grief to clear out concerns that have impacted their mental health.
My approach uses a combination of Somatic Experiencing and Rapid Resolution Therapy with a focus on attachment which focuses on reconsolidation of traumatic memories and creating nervous system regulation.
It gives me joy to come alongside you as a partner in your journey towards being your best self. If you have felt like grief, trauma and anxiety have been holding you back from all you aspire to be, we can work together towards a life that is intentional. I enjoy working with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety, and grief to clear out concerns that have impacted their mental health.
Jennifer Brigman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS/EdS, BSN, LCMHC, RN
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615
Hello and welcome! I'm a licensed mental health counselor and registered nurse with over 17 years of experience helping people and couples (ages 18-103) navigate the complexities of their lives. I have advanced training in multiple and diverse relationship trauma treatment modalities, including somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, family systems, CPT, parts and shadow work, and EMDR.
Hello and welcome! I'm a licensed mental health counselor and registered nurse with over 17 years of experience helping people and couples (ages 18-103) navigate the complexities of their lives. I have advanced training in multiple and diverse relationship trauma treatment modalities, including somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, family systems, CPT, parts and shadow work, and EMDR.
Melissa R. Meyers, M.Ed., LCMHC
Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
I am a NC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, with a certification in Accelerated Resolution, The Blast Technique, Meditation, and neurofeedback. My approach is eclectic and tailored to the client's needs using aspects of varying modalities, such as: Accelerated Resolution Therapy, The Blast Method, Neurofeedback, and Somatic Therapy. The BLAST Technique (Bi-Lateral Analysis and Stimulation Treatment) is technique that speeds up the process and efficacy of PTSD and trauma for a more efficient experience for the client and therapist by utilizing the brain’s natural processing systems, like the amygdala.
I am a NC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, with a certification in Accelerated Resolution, The Blast Technique, Meditation, and neurofeedback. My approach is eclectic and tailored to the client's needs using aspects of varying modalities, such as: Accelerated Resolution Therapy, The Blast Method, Neurofeedback, and Somatic Therapy. The BLAST Technique (Bi-Lateral Analysis and Stimulation Treatment) is technique that speeds up the process and efficacy of PTSD and trauma for a more efficient experience for the client and therapist by utilizing the brain’s natural processing systems, like the amygdala.
Dayhana A Ray
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27604 (Online Only)
Treatment may include Constructed Awareness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brainspottiing, and somatic-based therapy.
Hola and welcome! I'm a latinx, bilingual, first generation Domincan American. I am passionate about working with BIPOC women. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, body image/self-worth, childhood trauma, and family of origin issues. Therapy is a place of exploration and curiosity, where we work together on your goals. As your therapist, I am here to support you in making meaning of your experiences.
Treatment may include Constructed Awareness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brainspottiing, and somatic-based therapy.
Hola and welcome! I'm a latinx, bilingual, first generation Domincan American. I am passionate about working with BIPOC women. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, body image/self-worth, childhood trauma, and family of origin issues. Therapy is a place of exploration and curiosity, where we work together on your goals. As your therapist, I am here to support you in making meaning of your experiences.
Andrea Juarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28216 (Online Only)
I utilize EMDR, IFS, mindfulness, somatic practices, CBT & ACT techniques.
Life and change are hard. You are burdened by all of the expectations around you; work, family, and cultural pressures to act/live your life a certain way. Maybe you feel like you don’t fully belong and you’re stressed. I bet that you’re also having a hard time feeling happy. I help my clients live a more authentic life for themselves while also honoring their values and culture. My goal is to support you in gently peeling back the layers, navigating what life throws your way, and teaching you skills to manage all of the stress.
I utilize EMDR, IFS, mindfulness, somatic practices, CBT & ACT techniques.
Life and change are hard. You are burdened by all of the expectations around you; work, family, and cultural pressures to act/live your life a certain way. Maybe you feel like you don’t fully belong and you’re stressed. I bet that you’re also having a hard time feeling happy. I help my clients live a more authentic life for themselves while also honoring their values and culture. My goal is to support you in gently peeling back the layers, navigating what life throws your way, and teaching you skills to manage all of the stress.
Teresa Rivera Capcha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27713
I incorporate a variety of tools depending on your goals (cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, brainspotting, somatic practices, writing etc).
Thank you for being here! I want to acknowledge that looking for help and for the appropriate therapist can be hard. You deserve a space where you feel safe, seen and heard. As a therapist, my intention is to partner with you and cultivate a safe space full of self-compassion and self-awareness. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) and bicultural associate licensed clinical social worker. I work with people experiencing anxiety and depression symptoms and I also specialize in working with survivors of trauma: domestic violence, sexual violence, and racial trauma.
I incorporate a variety of tools depending on your goals (cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, brainspotting, somatic practices, writing etc).
Thank you for being here! I want to acknowledge that looking for help and for the appropriate therapist can be hard. You deserve a space where you feel safe, seen and heard. As a therapist, my intention is to partner with you and cultivate a safe space full of self-compassion and self-awareness. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) and bicultural associate licensed clinical social worker. I work with people experiencing anxiety and depression symptoms and I also specialize in working with survivors of trauma: domestic violence, sexual violence, and racial trauma.
2nd Spring CCC, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carrboro, NC 27510 (Online Only)
My trauma-focused approach integrates Brainspotting, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, and more, for lasting personal transformations.
If what you need is a healing journey from life's challenges or relationship complexities, I'm here to guide you. Whether you're navigating traumas, in need of coping strategies, or wanting lasting positive changes, your journey is at the heart of my warm, personalized approach. From self-discovery to resilience, find a genuine connection and expert support crafted just for you. Let's embark together on a personal path to well-being, where the focus is on your needs and aspirations with understanding, compassion, and heartfelt expertise.
My trauma-focused approach integrates Brainspotting, EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, and more, for lasting personal transformations.
If what you need is a healing journey from life's challenges or relationship complexities, I'm here to guide you. Whether you're navigating traumas, in need of coping strategies, or wanting lasting positive changes, your journey is at the heart of my warm, personalized approach. From self-discovery to resilience, find a genuine connection and expert support crafted just for you. Let's embark together on a personal path to well-being, where the focus is on your needs and aspirations with understanding, compassion, and heartfelt expertise.
Dr. Maddy M Lowman
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, SEP
Verified Verified
Greensboro, NC 27401
Waitlist for new clients
I offer trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and am informed by Somatic Experiencing for healing trauma.
It can be exceptionally difficult to go through daily life, and I've found that to be true for most (if not all) people I know and love. There are so many difficult things that can pile up on one another, making it complicated to maintain relationships, wellness, work, and other things you might value. Sometimes it's hard to "ask for what you need" because sometimes we have no idea! I'm here to help even when that question feels hard to answer, and our work can start with exploring goals you have for yourself. The resiliency I see in clients is awe-inspiring and beautiful, and I offer several approaches to help them get there.
I offer trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and am informed by Somatic Experiencing for healing trauma.
It can be exceptionally difficult to go through daily life, and I've found that to be true for most (if not all) people I know and love. There are so many difficult things that can pile up on one another, making it complicated to maintain relationships, wellness, work, and other things you might value. Sometimes it's hard to "ask for what you need" because sometimes we have no idea! I'm here to help even when that question feels hard to answer, and our work can start with exploring goals you have for yourself. The resiliency I see in clients is awe-inspiring and beautiful, and I offer several approaches to help them get there.
I am trained in somatic therapy which works with trauma in the fight/flight/freeze responses in our bodies as well as existential therapy which addresses the core issues that undergird our surface level anxieties.
Anxiety, trauma, addiction, depression...these things are universal forces that touch each of us in some way. No matter how they present themselves, two things are certain. First, that none of us is meant to face them alone and second, that none of them need be a life sentence. Each of us goes through pain and suffering relationally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Each of us deserves someone who will walk with us as we heal.
I am trained in somatic therapy which works with trauma in the fight/flight/freeze responses in our bodies as well as existential therapy which addresses the core issues that undergird our surface level anxieties.
Anxiety, trauma, addiction, depression...these things are universal forces that touch each of us in some way. No matter how they present themselves, two things are certain. First, that none of us is meant to face them alone and second, that none of them need be a life sentence. Each of us goes through pain and suffering relationally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. Each of us deserves someone who will walk with us as we heal.
Patricia J Paronett-Ballard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28027
We help alleviate the impact of trauma and stress by gracefully combining trauma care, soul work and somatic (body) processes, so you can move freely in your life and be empowered to be who you truly are! You need a place to go to get some recovery and answers.
Click in website link to schedule an intake. I truly get it and understand how real- life demands can create barriers to getting help. Maybe, for various reasons the things you have tried haven't fully worked. Of things that can impact our mental health, the impact of trauma is by far one of the things that can interfere with our ability to move with ease in life and can impact so many areas of our life. Sometimes feeling emotionally overwhelmed, shut down or on overdrive, trauma can leave us blocked from our full potential leaving us depressed and frustrated, questioning why you feel stuck.
We help alleviate the impact of trauma and stress by gracefully combining trauma care, soul work and somatic (body) processes, so you can move freely in your life and be empowered to be who you truly are! You need a place to go to get some recovery and answers.
Click in website link to schedule an intake. I truly get it and understand how real- life demands can create barriers to getting help. Maybe, for various reasons the things you have tried haven't fully worked. Of things that can impact our mental health, the impact of trauma is by far one of the things that can interfere with our ability to move with ease in life and can impact so many areas of our life. Sometimes feeling emotionally overwhelmed, shut down or on overdrive, trauma can leave us blocked from our full potential leaving us depressed and frustrated, questioning why you feel stuck.
Bernadette Christi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, SEP
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28203
Depending on what is brought forth by your needs, I may use other modalities with your permission, such as Attachment therapy, psychodynamic therapy, Somatic Resilience & Regulation, Integral Somatic Psychotherapy, and others.
I have provided psychotherapy and counseling services for over 25 years. By employing a wide variety of techniques and approaches, I have come to realize that the body is a vital and intricate partner in therapy. Somatic Experiencing is a body based approach to healing and the cornerstone of all my sessions, assisting you in soothing, settling, quieting, and balancing your nervous system. This approach reconnects to your inner wisdom and utilizes the body’s innate capacity to heal to help you live more fully and harmoniously.
Depending on what is brought forth by your needs, I may use other modalities with your permission, such as Attachment therapy, psychodynamic therapy, Somatic Resilience & Regulation, Integral Somatic Psychotherapy, and others.
I have provided psychotherapy and counseling services for over 25 years. By employing a wide variety of techniques and approaches, I have come to realize that the body is a vital and intricate partner in therapy. Somatic Experiencing is a body based approach to healing and the cornerstone of all my sessions, assisting you in soothing, settling, quieting, and balancing your nervous system. This approach reconnects to your inner wisdom and utilizes the body’s innate capacity to heal to help you live more fully and harmoniously.
Healing Reflections Pllc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southern Pines, NC 28387
We utilize many treatment modalities from traditional DBT and CBT/talk therapy to more complex trauma treatment therapies including Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and Brainspotting; each person is different and presents with different needs making it important for us to meet people where they are in order to provide them with exactly what they need to heal.
There are many reasons and life situations that move us toward seeking out therapy but making that decision to take the first step toward healing, for most clients, can be uncertain and often anxiety provoking. It's important for the therapists at Healing Reflections to create a compassionate and collaborative space to begin building a therapeutic relationship based on feelings of safety and a sense of trust helping clients to heal wounds, discover their purpose and feel more alive. Immediate Openings for new clients!
We utilize many treatment modalities from traditional DBT and CBT/talk therapy to more complex trauma treatment therapies including Somatic Experiencing, EMDR and Brainspotting; each person is different and presents with different needs making it important for us to meet people where they are in order to provide them with exactly what they need to heal.
There are many reasons and life situations that move us toward seeking out therapy but making that decision to take the first step toward healing, for most clients, can be uncertain and often anxiety provoking. It's important for the therapists at Healing Reflections to create a compassionate and collaborative space to begin building a therapeutic relationship based on feelings of safety and a sense of trust helping clients to heal wounds, discover their purpose and feel more alive. Immediate Openings for new clients!
Heath Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27701
Waitlist for new clients
Primarily a Gestalt trained therapist, I am social justice oriented and informed by relational, narrative, somatic, trauma informed and psychodynamic theories.
Psychotherapy should be collaborative and flexible, based on you and your specific story. Whether you have been through things in your life that are just coming to the surface or are feeling stuck and struggling to find joy and connection, I can help you gain clarity and find new ways to move through old challenges. Together, we will work toward deepening your connection to your core self and engaging more fully in the life you want. I provide an affirming and supportive space to process family of origin issues, grief, loss, relationship struggles and feelings of worry or anxiety.
Primarily a Gestalt trained therapist, I am social justice oriented and informed by relational, narrative, somatic, trauma informed and psychodynamic theories.
Psychotherapy should be collaborative and flexible, based on you and your specific story. Whether you have been through things in your life that are just coming to the surface or are feeling stuck and struggling to find joy and connection, I can help you gain clarity and find new ways to move through old challenges. Together, we will work toward deepening your connection to your core self and engaging more fully in the life you want. I provide an affirming and supportive space to process family of origin issues, grief, loss, relationship struggles and feelings of worry or anxiety.
I specialize in helping individuals who are looking to address experiences of trauma, anxiety, depression and more. I often work with professionals, creatives, athletes, parents and folks of color, creating a warm and welcoming space where you feel safe to process, release and heal. My therapeutic approach is relational, culturally sensitive, and client-centered and using my extensive expertise in Attachment Therapy, EMDR, Psychodynamic and Somatic Therapy to help you achieve your well-being goals. I'm a Columbia University trained therapist who has supported many individuals and organizations in becoming trauma-informed.
I specialize in helping individuals who are looking to address experiences of trauma, anxiety, depression and more. I often work with professionals, creatives, athletes, parents and folks of color, creating a warm and welcoming space where you feel safe to process, release and heal. My therapeutic approach is relational, culturally sensitive, and client-centered and using my extensive expertise in Attachment Therapy, EMDR, Psychodynamic and Somatic Therapy to help you achieve your well-being goals. I'm a Columbia University trained therapist who has supported many individuals and organizations in becoming trauma-informed.
Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.